Kit: XTR M980 Trail, XTR Hub,ZTR Arch EX

Hub:XTR-M988 Disc 15mmRim: Stan's ZTR Arch EX 27.5" Disc FrontSpokes: DT Swiss (options)Nipples: DT Swiss (options) Weight: grams (wt. of 32 hole w/15 gauge spokes and alloy nipples)
Every set of wheels we turn out is built completely by hand to your specifications using DT spokes. From lacing and tensioning, to stress-relieving, re-tensioning and final truing, we take great pride in building the finest wheels available. Please select the drilling, spoke gauge and the spoke nipple that you desire.

Our wheel builders recommend using 14/15 gauge double butted spokes and alloy nipples on this front wheel. You'll reduce the rolling weight by approximately 50 grams with virtually no reduction in strength.

The Maxxis Ardent features an aggressive tread in high-volume casing for downhill and mountain disciplines. Designed with great traction in mind, the Ardent doesn't forget the racer. Large block-style side knobs offer numerous edges for high-speed corners. Center tread, while designed for braking and accelerating traction, also features ramped knobs to minimize rolling resistance. With a wide variety of size offerings, the Ardent captures every mountain rider's needs.

Wheel-Skewer IncludedHub:XTR-M985 DiscRim:Stan's ZTR Arch EX 27.5" DiscSpokes: DT Swiss (options)Nipples: DT Swiss (options) Weight: grams (wt. of 32 hole w/14 gauge spokes and alloy nipples)
Every set of wheels we turn out is built completely by hand to your specifications using DT spokes. From lacing and tensioning, to stress-relieving, re-tensioning and final truing, we take great pride in building the finest wheels available. Please select the drilling, spoke gauge and the spoke nipple that you desire.

Our wheel builders recommend using 14/15 gauge double butted spokes and alloy nipples on this front wheel. You'll reduce the rolling weight by approximately 50 grams with virtually no reduction in strength.

The Maxxis Ardent features an aggressive tread in high-volume casing for downhill and mountain disciplines. Designed with great traction in mind, the Ardent doesn't forget the racer. Large block-style side knobs offer numerous edges for high-speed corners. Center tread, while designed for braking and accelerating traction, also features ramped knobs to minimize rolling resistance. With a wide variety of size offerings, the Ardent captures every mountain rider's needs.

Specifically designed for wider rims, Stan's No Tubes rim tape is your wingman on the trail, designed to keep your ZTR rims airtight. Can be used as a lightweight rim tape on any rim. 10 yards x 25mm (1 roll tapes 5 rims - 7 grams per application).

The Shimano XTR FD-M980 top swing front derailleur is optimized for the Shimano FC-M980 42x32x24 crankset and features universal clamp band mounting. The derailleur accommodates top or bottom pull cable routing.

Efficiency was the key principle when designing the XTR M980 10-speed rear derailleur. The derailleur was designed with Shimano's Shadow technology, using a longer swing arm and a tighter spring for crisper shifting when you want it, and less 'ghost shifting' when you don't. This Dyna-Sys rear derailleur will stay in adjustment longer and deliver consistent performance with each ride.

The Shimano XTR M980 Rapidfire Plus Shifters offer 2-way release for different riding or shifting styles (index finger or thumb.) Pull it with your finger or push it with your thumb, each click of the upper lever releases cable, the same as it always has, but now it swings both ways. The fastening clamp offers variable positioning, allowing you to set up your cockpit just the way you'd like it. Shimano SIS-SP41 outer housing and coated stainless steel cable provide super smooth shifting. Includes front and rear shifters.

Say hello to XTR Trail brakes, and say goodbye to compromise. The integration of Servo-Wave brake-boosting technology into an XTR-level brake generates gobs of lightweight stopping power (125 percent of the previous XTR benchmark, to be exact) that can be precisely rolled on and off with single-finger effort-leaving a better grip on the bar for charging through the gnar. The Shimano XTR BL-M988 disc brakes deliver a balance of light weight and power that resists performance-sapping heat better than ever before thanks to an industry-first full-ceramic piston and optional Ice Technology radiator brake pads. Each individual brake comes with brake lever, and caliper. Rotors are not included.

Hint for breaking-in:
New disc brake pads require a certain break-in period in order to provide the full brake power.
The following procedure has proved oneself: drag braking on a downhill until the brake power noticeably increases. Then let the brake rotor cool out. Afterwards do 20 full stops braking from a medium speed. Attention: the rotors get very hot, do not touch them!

Say hello to XTR Trail brakes, and say goodbye to compromise. The integration of Servo-Wave brake-boosting technology into an XTR-level brake generates gobs of lightweight stopping power (125 percent of the previous XTR benchmark, to be exact) that can be precisely rolled on and off with single-finger effort-leaving a better grip on the bar for charging through the gnar. The Shimano XTR BL-M988 disc brakes deliver a balance of light weight and power that resists performance-sapping heat better than ever before thanks to an industry-first full-ceramic piston and optional Ice Technology radiator brake pads. Each individual brake comes with brake lever, and caliper. Rotors are not included.

Hint for breaking-in:
New disc brake pads require a certain break-in period in order to provide the full brake power.
The following procedure has proved oneself: drag braking on a downhill until the brake power noticeably increases. Then let the brake rotor cool out. Afterwards do 20 full stops braking from a medium speed. Attention: the rotors get very hot, do not touch them!

The veritable heart of the new XTR Trail drivetrain is a trail-tuned triple-ring crank. The Shimano XTR M980 3 x 10 crankset is crowned with a carbon/titanium composite 32-tooth Primary Driving Gear; the go-to, most-used gear for the widest range of terrain, and the gear your suspension bike was designed around. Riders who would otherwise have to pull the ripcord and battle technical climbs from the trenches of their granny gear can now push farther up the trail in their 32 middle ring thanks to the increased range offered by a 36-tooth, low-end cassette gear. The granny gear is still there, you'll just need it less, and the 42-tooth big ring is more useable and easier to get into than ever before, so you'll use it more. Simply put, XTR Trail is the most efficient mountain bike drivetrain singletrack has ever seen.

This kit is priced using the Chris King NoThreadset 1-1/8One of the most renowned components in the cycling universe, the Chris King headset is simply the best in the business. 7075 aluminum cups are built around the finest stainless steel bearings. 10-year warranty. Sotto Voce is available in black, navy, pewter, red or silver..

Weight: 98 g.

Please select the Chris King NoThreadset 1-1/8 or if you would prefer a different Headset, choose any Headset listed in the drop-down menu.

This kit is priced using the Easton EA70 Riser Bar, Integrating the high-performance of EA70 aluminum alloy with proprietary TaperWall technology yields Easton's strongest and most popular aluminum riser bar. At just 265 grams, the Easton EA70 Riser bar provides a true, no compromises weight and performance advantage. Available in 40mm or 20mm rises with popular 9º back sweep and 685mm width for precise steering and a customizable cockpit. Black.

The Da Bomb Holy Shift Locking Grips are beautifully simple and offer a bomber hold with any hand position, wet or dry. A soft outer layer of Kraton rubber features a unique grid pattern on half of the grip. When you wrap your fingers around the grip they immediately fall into place within the grid for a secure hold. Plus, the grid offers the ability to move your hands around and still maintain grip in the pattern. The Holy Shifts are perfect for carbon bars because the internal plastic sleeves protect the carbon, while double lock-on clamps secure grips in place. (Clamps included.)

Description

Components: XTR M980 TrailWheels: XTR M985 hubs with Stan's ZTR Arch EX 27.5"
Enjoy the advantage of selecting from the finest components and the flexibility of upgrading components. Customize your build kit by selecting from the options available in the pull-down menus below.